FAPESP Young Investigator Grant for International Researchers 2026 in Brazil (Up to BRL 2,500,000)

In short

The FAPESP Young Investigator Grant is open to outstanding researchers living abroad who want to establish research programs in São Paulo, Brazil. Selected researchers can receive up to BRL 2,500,000 for projects lasting 60 months, with a deadline for applications on November 19, 2026.

Who can apply

Type of organisation : Research institutions, Individuals and informal projects

Area of work : Not restricted or not stated

Stage : Not restricted or not stated

What you will need

• Must have been living and working abroad for at least two years after completing the PhD
• Must be residing abroad at the time of proposal submission
• Must intend to establish or consolidate a research career at an institution in São Paulo
• Must demonstrate outstanding expertise, independence, leadership, and significant achievements since the doctoral degree
• Proposals must be submitted in English
• Short CV in English (maximum 5 pages)
• Letter describing the evolution of the applicant’s research trajectory
• Research project in English, with a main body of up to 20 pages plus references